The past decade has seen most states enact legislation permitting the medicinal use of marijuana. While legalization has expanded, marijuana remains illegal under federal law for both medical and recreational use, creating ongoing tension between state and federal marijuana policies. In this article, Joseph Linares explores the evolving legal landscape surrounding medical marijuana and the conflict between state legalization efforts and federal prohibition. He highlights the employment-related challenges that arise from this divide and reviews how courts in several states have addressed employees’ state-authorized use of medical marijuana.
9.2.2019